Beef and Cabbage Rolls Classic Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Savory Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 large head of green cabbage 1 lb ground beef 1/2 cup uncooked white rice 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 2 cups tomato sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Directions: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Core the cabbage and gently separate 12–14 whole leaves. Blanch leaves in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pliable. Drain and cool. In a bowl, mix ground beef, uncooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Lay out a cabbage leaf, place 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture in the center, fold in sides, and roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining leaves. In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Place a few leftover cabbage leaves at the bottom of a large baking dish. Arrange rolls seam-side down. Pour tomato sauce mixture over rolls. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour, or until cooked through and tender. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #stuffedcabbage #beefcabbagerolls #comfortfood #cabbagerecipes #homestylemeals #cabbagerolls #savorybeef #traditionalcooking #bakedbeefrolls #familydinners #rusticdishes #homemadecomfort #classicrecipes #heartycooking #groundbeefrecipes #cabbagelove #rolledcabbage #dinnerideas #mealprep #tomatosauce Classic comfort food done right! These Beef and Cabbage Rolls are stuffed with seasoned beef and rice, all smothered in a rich tomato sauce. So satisfying!

Cheeseburger Soup Hearty Cheeseburger Soup with Ground Beef, Cheddar, and Veggies Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup diced celery 1 teaspoon garlic powder 4 tablespoons butter, divided 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes 3 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup sour cream Directions: In a large soup pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain and set aside. In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon butter, then sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic powder until tender, about 5 minutes. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. In a small saucepan, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Whisk in flour to form a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then gradually add milk, whisking until smooth and thickened. Stir the roux into the soup. Add the cooked beef back to the pot and stir in the shredded cheese until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese or chopped green onions if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cheeseburgersoup #heartymeals #comfortsoup #soupseason #groundbeefrecipes #easyweeknightdinner #souprecipe #cheddarsoup #homemadesoup #winterwarmers #dairyrecipes #soupsandstews #familyfriendlymeals #creamsoup #cheesylove #souprecipeoftheday #savorysoups #cheesebasedsoup #potatosoup #warmcomfort This Cheeseburger Soup is everything you love about a classic burger—rich, cheesy, and filling—all in one cozy bowl!

Baked Ziti with Mozzarella Cheesy Baked Ziti with Melted Mozzarella and Rich Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ziti pasta 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought) 1 lb (450g) ground beef or Italian sausage 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef or Italian sausage, season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese. Mix well. Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese and some Parmesan. Layer the remaining pasta mixture on top, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #bakedziti #italiancomfortfood #cheesypasta #mozarellapasta #homemadeitalian #comfortfoodrecipes #pastaovenbake #heartymeals #familydinner #easydinnerrecipes #italianrecipes #pastaandcheese #weeknightdinner #ricottacheese #groundbeefrecipes #italiandish #tomatosauce #pastafood #cheeselover #homecooking Indulge in this classic Baked Ziti with Mozzarella—layers of cheesy goodness and rich meat sauce baked to bubbly perfection! Perfect for family dinners!

Spicy Beef and Cheese Pasta Fiery Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake with Chili Kick Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne or rigatoni) 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup beef broth or water 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, and cumin, and cook for another minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors. Add the cooked pasta to the beef sauce and mix well. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 495 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #spicybeefpasta #cheesypastabake #comfortfoodrecipes #bakedpasta #pastaandcheese #beefandpasta #chilipasta #fierybites #easyweeknightmeals #spicycomfortfood #familydinnerideas #groundbeefrecipes #pastaovenbake #cheeselovers #easybakedmeals #heartyfood #mozzarellapasta #boldflavors #quickovenmeals #cheesycomfort Craving comfort food with a spicy twist? This Spicy Beef and Cheese Pasta Bake delivers BIG flavor and gooey cheese in every bite!

Big Mac Salad Classic Big Mac Deconstructed Salad with Special Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef Salt and pepper, to taste 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce 1 cup diced tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup Big Mac-style special sauce (see below) For the Special Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, sugar, onion powder, salt, and pepper to make the special sauce. In a large salad bowl, combine shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, pickles, shredded cheddar, and chopped onion. Add the cooked ground beef on top of the salad. Drizzle with the special sauce and toss lightly to combine or serve the sauce on the side. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #bigmacsalad #lowcarbmeals #healthytakeout #burgerinspired #lowcarbdinner #saladrecipe #easymeals #specialsauce #groundbeefrecipes #burgerflavors #quickrecipes #highproteinmeals #freshsalads #homemadedressing #comfortfoodremix #burgerlove #weeknightdinners #easycooking #lowcarblifestyle #flavorpacked Craving a Big Mac but want to keep it light? Try this Big Mac Salad—same great flavors, no bun! Perfect for low-carb nights.